CHAIRMAN: DR. KHALID BIN THANI AL THANI
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF: DR. KHALID MUBARAK AL-SHAFI

Peninsula Qatar Handbook

Change residency from family to work 28 Oct 2023

Ministry of Labour's e-platform allows change of residency from family to work. The process allows residents in Qatar who live under non-work permits...

Enquire about establishing a company 04 Jun 2023

The Ministry of Commerce and Industry through its various initiatives has made it easier for non-Qatari investors to invest in Qatar.  The Invest...

Report heat stress law violations in Qatar 04 Jun 2023

Working in open spaces is banned during day time from 10am to 3:30pm from June 1 to September 15; and any violations of...

Access healthcare in Qatar 28 Feb 2023

Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC) provides the first point of contact in the healthcare system in Qatar, acting not only as the first...

Qatar National Library membership 11 Feb 2023

With over a million books, magazines, newspapers and periodicals – for both children and adults – in 16 different languages, Qatar National Library...

Medical Commission Procedures 27 Nov 2021

On arrival in Qatar all newcomers are required by law to take a medical exam, the purpose of which is to protect the...

Important links 10 Nov 2021

Ministry of Interior Qatar: Link Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Link Visit Qatar: Link Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs: Link Ministry of Culture:...

Agriculture and Fisheries 31 Oct 2021

Agriculture and Fisheries The climate of the State of Qatar constitutes challenges in developing large-scale agricultural and fisheries project, although these are among...

The driving test 31 Oct 2021

The minimum age for learning to drive is 18 years old for light vehicles and motorcycles, and 21 years to obtain a driver's...

Pets and animal control 31 Oct 2021

Pets and Animal Control The Ministry of Municipality and Environment (MME)'s Department of Animal Resources is the entity in charge of animal control...

Oil and Gas 31 Oct 2021

Oil and Gas Oil and gas are the chief exports of the State of Qatar, accounting for more than half of the State's...

Water and Desalination 31 Oct 2021

Water and Desalination The most important environmental concern for the State of Qatar is protecting its most scarce resource – water. The country...

Dining in Qatar 31 Oct 2021

Qatari Cuisine The Qatari cuisine can be best described as a simple cuisine that uses simple cooking techniques deeply rooted in the seasonal...

6 things you must know before visiting Qatar 31 Oct 2021

Qatar is one of the countries where the past and the present are interconnected. While you can enjoy seeing architectural masterpieces and impressive...

Heritage and Culture 31 Oct 2021

Heritage and Culture A land rich in culture and heritage The history of Qatar goes back to nearly four thousand years BC, according...

Landline and Mobile Phone 31 Oct 2021

Landline and Mobile Phone There are currently two telephone service provider operating in Ooredoo and Vodafone. Ooredoo provides both landline and mobile services,...

Qatar National Vision 2030 31 Oct 2021

Qatar National Vision 2030 What is it? The Qatar National Vision 2030 (QNV2030) is a master vision and roadmap towards Qatar becoming an...

National Economic Strategy 31 Oct 2021

National Economic Strategy Managing the ongoing economic development of Qatar remains a priority for the country as it continues to experience a period...